1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 85 L |
